NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·October 2, 2026

Mercedes-Benz recalls 2027 CLA 220 cars over possibly incorrectly installed left front seat belt part

A part of the left front seat belt may have been put in wrong, so the belt might not hold people in properly and could raise the risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect the seat belt and replace it if needed, free of charge. Owners can call Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372; letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026.

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Recall details

Product
Mercedes-Benz Cla 220 2027
Hazard
A seat belt with an incorrectly installed component may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Units
4 vehicles
Reported to NHTSA
October 2, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V636000
  • Model years: 2027

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2027 CLA 220 vehicles. A component of the left front seat belt may have been installed incorrectly.
Consequence
A seat belt with an incorrectly installed component may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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